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    Shalimar Garden Restaurant

    3.9 (148 reviews)
    ModerateIndian, Buffets, Soup
    Open • 11:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    Casual
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids

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    Mango lassies
    Tom P.

    A good friend wanted to help me spend my birthday by heading out for dinner. We opted to go here. Although I have been for the buffet many times, a regular sit down meal was a nice change of pace. Not only did we get mango lassies, but a nice mixed appetizer platter as well. My chicken korma was beyond delightful, and even though I could have eaten it all, I opted not to be a glutton and took some home. The next night for dinner? Still very tasty reheated in the microwave. Since they found out it was my birthday, I got a free container of kheer which was also devoured with the leftover korma. All in all a delight and very tasty

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    Zombie D.

    Shalimar gives you a full buffet and extensive menu that gives you great pricing. While it's on as good as Karavalli's and Spice Malabar with the zest and additions, Shalimar is still a great restaurant. All of the waiters are clean and fast keeping the food coming in with the dirty dishes get out of the way while you get your fix in. You can't beat the price range. My only one thing that knocks me down on the rating is that the Tikka and Curry chicken buffet seems to be dried a lot even in the sauce. Other than that I'd bring them in to fill your belly.

    Fish Curry
    Sovy M.

    I ordered through Uber eats for a delivery. The aloo palak joint tasted like they might have used a portion of canned spinach in it. But overall food was good. Fish curry was awesome n Garlic naans were great.

    Richie V.

    The buffet was average. Nothing really great about it. Must have: Chicken Vindaloo Avoid: Chicken Tandoori

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    Good portions, good priced and a very nice staff. Forgot also tasted great. I will definitely go back.

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    I'm always happy with the quality of food and the services! They are so welcoming and kind. Their mango Lassi is the best!

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    I like this place best for Indian buffets in Albany(Latham) area. They have several cold side…read moresalads, fresh fruit, and at least 2 desserts normally. One is always rice pudding. Their lunch buffet (weekdays) is 14.95 and it always includes at least 1 meat on the buffet besides chicken, which I appreciate. Most Indian buffets are chicken dishes only. I find the seasonings used here to be pleasantly well done- it is never bland/lacking in flavor and it is also (when spicy) never overwhelming/too hot to enjoy. We're very fond of Indian buffets so have been looking in this area for a while; this is the best we've found so far. Attentive servers bring water and clear plates regularly. Restaurant is very clean and well run. Enjoy it!

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